Department Of Internal Affairs 
Network Manager

After further restructuring, I was promoted to Network Manager

Duties included:

• Problem management and resolution.
• Consultancy for IT Services client base.
• Responsibility for appointment, training and management of new Network Administrator.
• Liaison with network suppliers, Telecom, Synet/Datacom, Netway & Netlink
• Planning and managing extensions to the DIA core network
• Continuing the development of Internet facilities and services for DIA/Parliament.

Achievements:

• Introduction of encrypted Virtual Private Network via Internet between DIA HO and Parliament.
• Purchase of CityLink  fibre connections between three DIA locations in Wellington.
• Author of DIA Internet policy document.
• Installation and configuration of firewalls at Parliament and DIA HO.